Turn Yuma’s downtown into an interactive quest with an app-led scavenger hunt that highlights historic buildings, riverfront geology, and local stories. Perfect for small groups and families, the two-hour route mixes photo challenges and trivia across accessible city streets.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The sun presses down on wide Main Street and the Colorado River dares you to look beyond the storefronts — this is Yuma, Arizona, where a two-hour app-led scavenger hunt turns downtown into a gameboard.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking fitness; able to walk on paved sidewalks for up to two hours with short stops
Wildlife
History
Yuma grew around the Colorado River crossing and became a critical steamboat and stagecoach hub; many downtown buildings date to the city’s late 19th- and early 20th-century boom.
Conservation
Yuma’s riparian and desert habitats depend on managed irrigation and river flows; travelers should avoid disturbing vegetation and carry out all trash to support local conservation efforts.
Reserve your spot on the A Remarkable Yuma Scavenger Hunt: Desert Sun & Fun today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydrate for the desert
Bring a reusable water bottle and refill where available — Arizona sun and paved streets make easy walking deceptively thirsty.
Protect against the sun
Sunscreen, a brimmed hat, and sunglasses make the afternoon stops much more comfortable.
Dress in layers for morning and evening
Early starts can be cool and afternoons warm; lightweight layers keep you comfortable the whole hunt.
Keep your phone charged
The experience runs through the Let’s Roam app—bring a power bank and enable location services before you start.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes for city sidewalks and short staircases at historic sites.
Reusable water bottle or hydration pack
Keeps you hydrated during stretches of direct sun and limited shade.
summer
Sunscreen and hat
Essential protection for midday sun exposure in Yuma’s desert climate.
summer
Portable power bank
Ensures your phone stays powered for navigation, photo challenges, and app use.